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Mark joined the Clarke Basement Systems team in 2014 as a service technician in training. He now runs his own service truck helping homeowners keep their systems clean and in working condition replacing parts here and there as required. Mark is great at his job. He not only knows how to complete a yearly maintenance inspection but he is familiar with the systems we have to offer allowing him to make suggestions to improve systems and help homeowners keep their basements dry.
By encapsulating this Toronto, ON crawlspace, the whole house benefitted. Here we have our patented CleanSpace® Wall Vapor Barrier and insulation working symbiotically to encapsulate this crawlspace, making it a dry, warm space.
A customer contacted us from Pickering, Ontario about a crack that they found in the corner of a window in their basement which is a typical problem. It was continually leaking leaving the basement floor wet.
Chris Luke, System Design Specialist, spoke with the customer and advised them about the best solution. Mark Dougherty, a Foreman, installed:
FlexiSpan® Crack Repair System
The homeowner was delighted with the job our team completed and that the foundation was repaired efficiently, leaving the basement dry.
A customer in Cobourg, Ontario, found three cracks that were leaking in their basement foundation. They wanted a quick and affordable solution, so they could finish and use the space again. After speaking with Steve Matthews, System Design Specialist, they decided on sealing the cracks with a polyurethane polymer. Mark Dougherty, a Foreman, installed:
FlexiSpan® Foundation Crack Repair System
Our customer was pleased that the crack was sealed in a short amount of time and on budget. They can now continue with finishing the basement.
A basement in Ajax, ON, had an issue inside the laundry room. Three holes were leaking damaging the finished floor and walls. The main concern was that a tenant was renting out the basement and our customer wanted to make sure the area was a healthy and safe space. Thankfully Clarke Basement Systems was able to provide a permanent solution. Our team injected polyurethane into the holes to seal and prevent water from gaining entry into the laundry room. The area is now dry while being a safe and healthy space.
Here we lifted the entire perimeter of a pool deck, no less than three inches on average to improve slope and eliminate trip hazards using PolyLevel® Injection. We also applied NexusPro® Sealant for specified areas.
Our customers were in the middle of finishing their basement to sell their home when the contractor spotted a leak in the foundation. Our customer wanted the crack sealed immediately to stay on schedule with the renovations and retail listing.
Our team installed a FlexiSpan® Foundation Crack Repair System that never dries out or breaks since it adapts with the foundation.
The customers were thrilled to have a dry, protected basement. They were able to finish renovating the basement and finally put the house up for sale.
A home in Thornhill, Ontario had a wall foundation with multiple cracks in it. There was water seeping through the cracks causing the floor to be wet. The customer had previous plumbing problems and was tired of seeing water in their home. They wanted a dry basement and did not want to worry about water entry constantly.
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and talked to Chris Luke, who explained everything. Mark Dougherty and the team came in and installed FlexiSpan® wall crack repair on the cracks and then installed CleanSpace® over the top for extra protection. The patented Flexispan wall crack repair system has a 25-year warranty. They also installed a drainage system on the floor, below the cracked area to collect any water that tries to seep through. Now the basement is dry, and the customer can rest easy.
A Markham, Ontario homeowner contacted us due to a common issue of a crack forming from the corner of a window in their basement. It was continually leaking leaving the basement floor wet.
Chris Luke, System Design Specialist, spoke with the customer and advised them on the best solution. Mark Dougherty, a Foreman, installed:
FlexiSpan® Crack Repair System
The homeowner was delighted with the job our team completed and that the foundation was repaired efficiently, leaving the basement dry.
A home in Stouffville, Ontario, had a crack in the basement wall. The crack was allowing water to leak into the basement and onto the floor. A tenant was living in the basement, and they were worried it would worsen and cause damage to their belongings. The owner was worried about the leaking and didn't want there to be disruption to the home and their wallet.
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and spoke to Rob Malcomson, who explained the simple solution to the problem. Mark Dougherty and the team installed FlexiSpan® Crack Repair System on the crack. The FlexiSpan® seals up cracks and moves with the wall to prevent any water entry.
The tenant was satisfied that they no longer have to be concerned about water potentially damaging their living space. The Landlord was very happy about the resolution being simple and cost-effective.
Although this homeowner's basement had no signs of water damage or seepage they were still worried that in the future the crack would cause significant damage to their home. Our FlexiSpan® Wall Crack Repair System was installed to collect and drain water. This product was the perfect solution for our customer as it will never crack or dry out and bonds with the concrete foundation.
An old home in Stouffville, Ontario had a problem located in the basement. The house was old and leaked in one place over many years. The homeowner was not comfortable selling his home without a reliable sump system to make sure the basement stays dry for the next homeowner.
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and talked to Ben Wallis, who explained a solution to the leaky basement. Mark Dougherty and the team installed a SuperSump® Premier Sump Pump System to collect any water and moisture that enter the basement. The discharge line leads to the outside of the house, and an IceGuard® Discharge Line System was installed on the exterior of the home to ensure the water will leave the house, even if the sump discharge drain pipe freezes solid. The customer was satisfied because he can now sell his home with perfect peace of mind that he has done everything he can to make sure that the next homeowner will have the best equipment available.
A home in Goodwood, Ontario, had an old sump pump that was worrying the homeowner. They wanted to ensure if they weren't home and the power went out, their home would be dry.
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and talked to Chris Luke, who explained the process of our solution. Mark Dougherty and the team came in and installed the M53 Zoeller 1/3 hp Pump, UltraSump® Battery Back Up system and an IceGuard® Discharge Line System. The new reliable pump and battery back up will ensure the basement stays dry all the time, even during power outages. The IceGuard® drain prevents against freezing in cold weather, replacing the old drainage system outside the home.
The customer is now happy knowing they don't have any worries about their home when they go away.
With our FlexiSpan® Wall Crack Repair System, Clarke Basement Systems can permanently waterproof your basement. This wall crack had been stopping our customer’s from designing the basement of their dreams. FlexiSpan® will never dry out or crack! With our secondary drainage system installed water is collected into a Dry Well located at the base of the crack and directed into the sump pump.
Our customer located in Schomberg, Ontario was concerned about a problem in their basement. Some ports in the foundation had started leaking from a crack that formed in the wall. It had begun to pool on the floor which was a concern for mould growth. The customer was anxious the leak would lead to future damage.
Our team went to the home and took a look at the problem area in the basement. They used our FlexiSpan® Wall Crack Repair System which would permanently fix the problem. The sealant fills the spaces in the damaged wall. A thick foam wick placed on the foundation sealed the ports. The homeowner could finally store more items in their basement.
Left untreated leaking wall cracks can cause damage and mould growth. Water had seeped into this basement through a foundation wall crack affecting our customer's peace of mind. A FlexiSpan® Wall Crack Repair System was installed to fix the water seepage issues permanently. This polyurethane polymer will never dry out or crack as it bends and adapts to the movement of the foundation wall.
To ensure a permanent waterproofing solution for a leaking wall crack repair our team installs a secondary drainage system over the crack. This FlexiSpan® system collects water and directs it into a Dry Well located at the base of the foundation. The water is then directed into the sump system and pumped outside protecting your home.
A home in Mount Albert, Ontario, added a larger window for more light in the basement. A crack developed in the corner of the added window which is common in a poured foundation. The crack in the wall was causing water leakage into the floor basement. With a constant wet floor, the customer could not renovate their basement. They contacted Clarke Basement Systems to fix this problem quick and efficiently. Our team opened up the drywall, only where necessary and installed FlexiSpan® Crack Repair on the crack of the wall by the window. This permanently stops water leakage through basement wall cracks. The customer was happy to know the crack was repaired and they could now install flooring.
A home in Holland Landing, Ontario, had a problem located in the large, unfinished area of the basement. Water was seeping in through a crack in the foundation wall. The crack was allowing water to enter and settle causing the house smelled very musty. The customer understood the urgency of keeping the basement dry.
The homeowner called Clarke Basement Systems to fix their water issues. They talked to Ben Wallis who inspected and explained to them everything needed to be done to fix the problem. Mark Dougherty and the team came in and repaired the crack using our CleanSpace® Vapour Barrier. CleanSpace® wall membrane and FlexiSpan® Crack Repair foam will direct any Wall sweating or leakage behind the layer into the gravel bed below the floor for passive drainage. The customer now had a dry basement and is happy that the smell is gone.
Our customer in Leaskdale, ON, was concerned that their pedestal sump pump system would not be able to prevent a possible flood in the basement since the system did not have battery backup. The homeowner was worried that if there were a power outage, the system would not be able to handle water issues that could happen. The homeowner wanted a more reliable solution for situations like this to protect their newly renovated basement.
After placing a call to Clarke Basement Systems, an appointment was set up with Chris Luke, System Design Specialist. Chris discussed a variety of methods that could deal with potential power outages that could prevent flooding in their basement.
How can Clarke Basement Systems help prevent flooding in a basement during a power outage?
The homeowner was excited to learn that Chris had a solution designed for their situation and booked an installation date. Our foreman, Mark Dougherty, and his team installed the waterproofing system with a battery backup system:
SuperSump® is a premier Pump System with an Airtight Lid
UltraSump® Battery Backup pump keeps the SuperSump working in a power outage
IceGuard® System lets water flow outside to the lawn if the pipe becomes blocked for any reason
Our customer is happy to have a reliable, worry-free sump pump system that will keep working during a power outage and keep water flowing out of the basement regardless of freezing weather conditions or blocked pipes.
This customer wanted the most reliable sump pump system to ensure that their basement didn't flood during a blackout. The TripleSafe™ Complete Sump Pump System with the Battery Back-Up was just what they needed!
To ensure that their discharge lines didn't freeze, this customer got our patented IceGuard® Discharge Line System.
This homeowner had previously repaired a foundation crack in their basement, to no avail. Thankfully, Clarke Basement Systems came to their rescue and installed a FlexiSpan® Wall System. This system is a permanent solution which shields the basement against water seepage. Water is given a drainage route into a dry well located at the base of the crack. The crack is sealed, leaving the homeowner and their basement protected.
A basement in Midhurst, Ontario, had cracks in the concrete foundation. The homeowner contacted Clarke Basement Systems to fix the crack so that there would be no water seepage in the basement. We came in and covered the entire crack with FlexiSpan® Foundation Crack Repair System so that it stays bonded with wall movement, and seals the crack permanently. Giving the customer piece of mind that it will stay dry and not crack again over time. We added our FlowGuard® Thin Floor Drain System so that the water does not collect on the basement floor. Lastly we repaired the floor by pouring new concrete, giving the customer full protection from water leakage.
A church in Cobourg, Ontario, had a basement that water was found puddling in, in the low areas of the floor. This was happening because of hydrostatic pressure pushing water up through the floor. With constant puddles, comes water damage and odours that no customer wants.
The customer called Clarke Basement Systems and we came up with a solution that fit their needs and budget. Our TripleSafe™ Complete Sump Pump System was installed to rid the area of the pressure and stop any future flooding. Two IceGuard® Discharge Line Systems were also installed on the discharge line to prevent the possibility of future freezing of the lines. The church is now waterproofed so that the customer does not have to worry about flooding or water damage in the future.
A home in Pickering, ON had basement flooding issues. The problem was located in the side of the foundation of the basement wall. The whole wall had cracked open, and water was draining into the customer's basement. The customer's belongings got damaged over time because of the consistent flow of water in the basement. Not only did the customer have personal property loss, but mould was starting to penetrate the basement as it was always consistently wet.
The customer called Clarke Basement systems and had our System Design Specialist, Steve Matthews, come out to assess the situation. The customer chose Clarke Basement Systems to fix the issue and had Mark Dougherty come out to install our patented Flexispan® Crack Repair product. Mark used the FlexiSpan® to seal the crack, thus preventing any future water from draining into the customer's basement.
The customer was ecstatic to hear that Clarke Basement Systems provided a full warrantied solution that the crack would never leak again in the future.
We repaired an unusually large crack in a basement in this Stouffville, ON home. While this crack was not letting unwanted water into the house yet, the homeowner wanted to be proactive and take preventative measures. This crack was sealed using our FlexiSpan® Crack Repair System.